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RSN valuations have dropped 97% in six years, from $20 billion in 2018 to $600 million, according to CNBC’s Mike Ozanian. This sharp decline, fueled by cord-cutting and the decreasing value of live local sports on cable TV, explains why…

Comcast plans to offer live sports from NBC regional sports networks on Peacock, giving fans in four markets access to NBA, NHL, and MLB games without cable. Details are still being negotiated, and the launch could be delayed beyond early…

Diamond Sports has confirmed FanDuel as the new naming rights partner for its regional sports networks, replacing Bally Sports. FanDuel will integrate sports betting promotions and may purchase up to 10% equity in Diamond Sports. Pending court approval, FanDuel will…

The NBA is upgrading its app for the 2024-25 season with new features for League Pass subscribers, including AI-powered insights, multiviewer for watching four games at once, and customizable game recaps. Other enhancements include immersive 8K game experiences, original content,…

Dude Perfect has appointed Andrew Yaffe, a former senior NBA executive, as its new CEO to lead the company's next phase of growth. This move follows a $100 million investment from Highmount Capital, aiming to expand Dude Perfect beyond traditional…

Monumental Sports Network has rebranded to Monumental Sports+ ahead of the 2024-25 NBA and NHL seasons, offering Washington D.C.-area fans enhanced features like multiview streaming, alternate camera angles, and exclusive content. The pricing remains the same at $19.99/month or $199.99/year,…

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav expects Max to gain over 6 million subscribers this quarter, driven by a new bundle with Disney+ and Hulu, along with international expansion. He discussed the company’s focus on key franchises like DC and…

Amazon is upgrading its Thursday Night Football broadcasts with AI features, including defensive alerts, coverage ID, and field vulnerabilities. These enhancements debut in 2024, using Amazon Web Services to give viewers deeper insights. Amazon is also expanding its sports portfolio…

ESPN is shifting focus to streaming as cable declines, with a flagship service launching next year. Led by Chairman Jimmy Pitaro, the company is reworking sports rights deals and reshaping its talent roster, bringing in high-profile figures like Pat McAfee…

Diamond Sports Group secured deals with the NBA and NHL to broadcast 13 NBA and 9 NHL teams for the 2024-25 season, marking progress in its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. However, Amazon withdrew a $115 million investment, citing Diamond's loss of…